Financial Analyst

Job Details Job Location: O Fallon - O Fallon, MO 63366 Position Type: Regular Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Shift: Day Job Category: Accounting/Finance True Manufacturing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst with an accounting background to join our finance team. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with six or more years of experience who is eager to build a strong foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and business processes. The successful candidate will combine traditional accounting and analytical skills with a strong interest in technology, automation, and AI tools to help improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and support better business decisions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting schedules. Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management summaries. Support general ledger accounting, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other routine accounting functions. Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Help identify trends, variances, and key performance drivers through financial and operational data analysis. Work with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, reporting needs, and process improvements. Gain a deep understanding of the ERP system to enhance skillset for forecasting. Assist in the future implementation and ongoing enhancements of the company’s ERP system. Assist in the various accounting areas to develop an overall understanding of our Company’s operations. Assist with audit requests, documentation, internal controls, and compliance-related activities. Participate in the development and improvement of financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools. Utilize technology, data tools, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, strengthen analysis, and reduce manual work. Contribute ideas for automation, standardization, and continuous improvement within accounting and finance processes. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Controller and the Senior Finance Manager. The Financial Analyst is an office-based role. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required. Eligibility for up to one (1) remote workday per week may be permitted, subject to business needs and departmental guidelines. Perform core job responsibilities through regular in-person collaboration, including participation in meetings, team discussions, and cross-functional coordination. Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership in a shared work environment to support innovation and timely decision-making, problem-solving, and operational effectiveness. Maintain a consistent on-site presence to support and respond to day-to-day business needs, including attendance of scheduled meetings and real-time collaboration as needed to ensure alignment of department and company priorities. Meet regularly with manager in-person to align on workload, priorities, performance, and ongoing professional development. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. Six or more years of related experience required. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Interest in leveraging AI tools to improve reporting and workflow efficiency. Explore and apply AI tools responsibly to assist with analysis, reporting, and process improvement. Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve consistency. Help the finance team adopt technologies that improve productivity and business insights. Validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance. The hours for this position are 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company-paid background check, including credit check, required upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr